Police arrest New London man on multiple weapons charges

A New London man was arrested Thursday on multiple weapon charges, including possession of body armor.

John Penney

A New London man was arrested Thursday on multiple weapon charges, including possession of body armor.

Maurice Milligan, 34, of 500 Ocean Ave., was arrested at 2:50 p.m. in the area of the 7-11 Market on Broad Street after police said they received information he was in possession of a handgun. Police said a bullet proof vest and a Glock 9mm handgun were recovered during Milligan’s arrest.

Milligan, who police said has a “criminal history,” was charged with criminal possession of body armor, possession of a handgun with altered serial number, weapon in a motor vehicle and carrying a pistol without a permit.